
Pregnancy complications videos
Peer reviewed by Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGPAuthored by Victoria RawOriginally published 26 Jun 2025
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From pre-eclampsia and pelvic pain to back pain and rare conditions like molar pregnancy, it’s important to understand what can happen to your body during pregnancy and when to seek help. On this page, you'll find expert-led videos that break down common pregnancy complications so you can feel more informed and confident every step of the way.
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Overview
During pregnancy, it is common to experience things like pelvic pain, back pain, high blood pressure (such as pre-eclampsia), and in some cases, rarer issues like molar pregnancy.
What conditions may affect my pregnancy?
Pre-eclampsia
Pre-eclampsia is a complication that usually happens later in pregnancy and causes high blood pressure. It can lead to serious problems if it is not monitored and treated.
What is pre-eclampsia?
Pelvic pain
Mild pelvic pain during pregnancy is quite common as your body changes, but if it’s severe, constant, or affecting your daily activities, you should see a healthcare professional.
How much pelvic pain is normal during pregnancy?
Back pain
Back pain during pregnancy is usually caused by the extra weight, hormonal changes, and your posture shifting as your bump grows. Whilst some discomfort is totally normal, severe or persistent pain should be checked out.
How much back pain is normal during pregnancy?
Molar pregnancy
A molar pregnancy is a rare condition where abnormal tissue grows inside the womb instead of a normal baby.
Is a molar pregnancy a tumor?
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Article history
The information on this page is peer reviewed by qualified clinicians.
Article also available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Hindi, Hebrew, Arabic, and Swedish.
Next review due: 26 Jun 2028
26 Jun 2025 | Originally published
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Victoria RawPeer reviewed by
Dr Colin Tidy, MRCGP

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